Mold Maker

Toyota Boshoku Canada, Inc.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 63,190 - 69,706; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP and pension program

Generous vacation entitlement

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Community involvement

Job summary

Toyota Boshoku Canada is seeking a Mold Maker to support our Maintenance team, focusing on mold and tooling maintenance, repair, and preventive care for injection molding and assembly operations.

The role requires reading blueprints, operating manual machining equipment, and updating tooling drawings in AutoCAD/SolidWorks. Competitive shift schedule and progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Certified Mold Maker or Tool & Die Maker (Red Seal Certification).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to mold repair and tooling.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of workmanship.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and reasoning skills.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and alternate shifts when operationally required.
• Thorough understanding of and commitment to all safety procedures.
• Good understanding of 4S principles.
• Must be a current TBCA Maintenance Team Member.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and machine specifications.
• Manufacture and repair tooling and components while completing all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform mold and tooling repairs, preventive maintenance, modifications, and troubleshooting.
• Review, update, and maintain tooling drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks).
• Operate manual machining equipment, including milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, and related equipment within the scope of experience.
• Set up, modify, and grind cutting tools as required.
• Plan machining operations by reviewing drawings, sample parts, and specifications to determine the most efficient machining sequence.
• Perform precision polishing and finishing to achieve required tooling surface finishes and quality standards.
• Measure and inspect finished components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and tolerances.
• Maintain and calibrate precision measuring instruments.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Support engineering changes, continuous improvement initiatives, and new model launch activities.
• Troubleshoot tooling and machining issues to minimize production downtime.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments and external vendors as required.
• Report safety, quality, equipment, and production concerns promptly.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Provide emergency or on-call support when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Basic computer use

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent work

Education

Red Seal Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Position Summary

Toyota Boshoku Canada (TBCA) is seeking a Mold Maker to join our Maintenance team, supporting our injection molding and assembly operations. This position plays a key role in maintaining the Toyota Production System (TPS) by minimizing equipment downtime, improving productivity, supporting new model launches, and performing preventive maintenance on molds and tooling.

Essential Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and machine specifications.
• Manufacture and repair tooling and components while completing all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform mold and tooling repairs, preventive maintenance, modifications, and troubleshooting.
• Review, update, and maintain tooling drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks).
• Operate manual machining equipment, including milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, and related equipment within the scope of experience.
• Set up, modify, and grind cutting tools as required.
• Plan machining operations by reviewing drawings, sample parts, and specifications to determine the most efficient machining sequence.
• Perform precision polishing and finishing to achieve required tooling surface finishes and quality standards.
• Measure and inspect finished components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and tolerances.
• Maintain and calibrate precision measuring instruments.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Support engineering changes, continuous improvement initiatives, and new model launch activities.
• Troubleshoot tooling and machining issues to minimize production downtime.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments and external vendors as required.
• Report safety, quality, equipment, and production concerns promptly.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Provide emergency or on-call support when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certified Mold Maker or Tool & Die Maker (Red Seal Certification).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to mold repair and tooling.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of workmanship.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and reasoning skills.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and alternate shifts when operationally required.
• Thorough understanding of and commitment to all safety procedures.
• Good understanding of 4S principles.
• Must be a current TBCA Maintenance Team Member.

Preferred

• College, university, or technical trades education.

Schedule

Rotational Shift Schedule

Compensation

Starting Rate: $45.87/hour

Progression

• $46.65/hour after 6 months
• $47.43/hour after 1 year
• $48.99/hour after 2 years
• $50.60/hour after 3 years

Additional Compensation

• $2.00/hour afternoon shift premium
• Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate after 40 hours worked per week

Why Join Toyota Boshoku Canada?

As a Tier One supplier to Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada, Toyota Boshoku Canada manufactures seats, carpets, headliners, and door panels for the Toyota RAV4.

We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP and pension program
• Generous vacation entitlement
• Career development opportunities
• A collaborative and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to support our local communities

Join our team of highly skilled Maintenance professionals and help drive continuous improvement in world-class manufacturing.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Toyota Boshoku Canada is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 519-602-2159.

Salary: $45.87 per hour